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Friday, 16 June 2017

Festive Collection

Hello there again! This blog post is showcasing the sister die set to the one shown in the previous post. Shown in the sample here, the Noelle Frame coordinates with the Lattice Holly Frame in that the shapes are the same, but can be used interchangeably to make mats and thin or thick frames to use as accents. While this die set is virtually Christmas free in it's design, doesn't it look lovely when used as a Christmas card focal element? You will certainly get loads of year round use with this set, so there is even more value for money. I heard this quite a lot last year when speaking to crafters, they wanted to find dies that would work for both traditional Christmas cards and that could be used for non festive themed cards. I think I have delivered with this one and the Lattice Holly Frame, at least I hope you will think so. If you leave your comment on this blog post, you will be entered into the drawing for the chance to win this set. The last post of the day will be popping up online at 6pm. All for now, Sue x

Another stunning multi use die but agree it dies look beautiful on a Chrustmas card, the demo card is gorgeous. Rather like the flourish on the bottom too. Hmm.Steph, Happy Anniversary to you and Andy, wonderful day for you.Elaine, hope Andrew us well enough for his weekend with Daniel.

Hi Sue, So beautiful, the set dies and the sample. Love the design. This launch already exceeds my expectations. Looking forward to the last post of the day.

Sue, you won over a few more Canadians. Welcome to all fellow Canadians and all crafters around the world who joined us.

Saba – Thank you so much for the offer. You are a very kind person. Some people, we don’t mention names, should learn from you.:)Laine – Hey Sleeping Beauty, where are you? It is not going to be easy to convince me that you would like to be one my friends. :)Theresa G/Yorkie Girl– The Kid is our youngest co-worker, who went thru almost 6 months of chemotherapy, and 2 surgeries. The last one was to remove 2 spots from his lungs, one of each lung. This is his short story.

Thank you all for your prayers and good wishes for the Kid. He really needs our support.

Hugs to you all, Still a newbie to Craft / Not longer the newest, or the only Canadian Wilsonette Carmen

Dear Sue, Your design is so classic, it looks inevitable. Like it had to be. And now it has to be in my colllection. I love how the central medallion gives the trellis a completely different look. And the swirls are just perfect. Oh, how you lure us! We're hooked!Love,Donita

Afternoon Sue and all Wilsonettes, you are blowing me away with this Christmas release, every one is superb, so much versatility, not only for Christmas. Looks like my bank balance is going to take a hit over the next few months.

Good afternoon Sue and everyone Well your launch designs are so so beautiful this card is just perfect Carmen the kid will defo be on my prayer list bless him I am sure that all of his colleagues are giving him some strength to fight this awful disease and be victorious in that fight Thanks for answering Hun. Hugs 🤗 Well all that's left for me to say is good luck to all in the draw Take care folks Theresa G xx

Hello Sue,Oh my word, this frame die is lovely and is a perfect partner for the earlier one. It's great when we can mix and match like this. I'm going to be skint at this rate!!!Pam, I think they are hoping you will get fed up and just leave. I know it's easy for me to say but try to hang on in there and wear them down.Carmen, the Kid is on my prayer list.Julie, sorry you are not well enough to go to Telford, but think of the extra money you'll have to spend on these dies!! GWS xxSteph, Happy Anniversary, hope you enjoyed your tea and cake!I'm sorry to say that the fancy dress costumes are on hold at the moment - there's a shortage of coconuts in Newcastle ha ha.love to all Maureen (who on earth is Myra) xxx I keep forgetting to add that extra bit!!!!love to all

Hi Sue,I love the way this die set coordinates with the previous set adding to the versatility and value for money especially as it has an all year round design to it.Can't wait for the next reveal.Véronique L

Hi SueOh wow - just love that the two frames are going to work together giving us even more versatility. It just keeps getting better xThank you so much Sue xLove to everyone especially my blog besties xTake careCrafty hugsPPYvonne x

I love this one. It is not particular a Christmas Die, so I should use this die to so many cards! You've designed a beautiful new set of dies! It's my birthday soon, so I will buy a few I'm afraid.... :-)

Hi lovely & welcome home to success (hope catching up has stemmed your new mummy nerves) lol. As is with every launch you have absolutely nothing to be nervous about, they are loved round the world - no surprise there wouldn't you say 😉 Another amazing beauty with a stunning sample for inspiration. Andy said your welcome lol but he won't stop blaming you for the surprise element lol as I said "it's always a surprise as I never know which I'm getting lol (think we won that Sue) lol.One more to go for the day and I've not long to wait now, must remember to add this outstanding die to the list before I fall behind.Thank you for anniversary wishes to those that kindly sent them xSending much love Sue, hope you get chance to sit back relax and catch up with the posts xxx

Oh you have done it again. I had decided the previous holly die was a MUST & was moving up to second on the list & now you produce this one which I now HAVE to have! I think I like the centre of this one even more than the last If that is possible! They are all lovely! Thank you Sue.

Hi Sue, a beautiful card and I love the golden sheen on the embossing. The Noelle Frame is lovely and if you get this one you will just have to get the Holly Lattice Frames so that you can mix and match. Sue, do you have any thought about our poor bank balances? Never mind, I'm sure we are all much happier spending on your dies than boring things like food lol.

Pam - 30 people in 4 weeks? That must be some sort of record. No matter how large the organisation that is an unacceptable turnover. Surely the top bosses must know by now that there is something seriously wrong.

Oh my, I think this is my favorite "so far". I love all the swirls and curves and the lattice added in as well. Just what I like. As you said, a great match with the Holly Lattice Frame.The card is a beautiful way of showing how fantastic the die is.

Hello Sue, Another beautiful card and a Die set to match! I'm also loving some of the stamped sentiments on your cards! Really lovely! Happy Anniversary Steph - sorry I thought it was yesterday and I'd missed it! Hope you got some lovely Dies! Pat L - Maureen is a tonic! I'm just glad she doesn't add the Gin! It doesn't bear thinking about! Love to all, Myra ( Friend of Maureen!!) xxxPS - good job I checked - predictive text said - fiend of Maureen!! Lol!

What a fine example of your talents, a truly awesome card constructed using a fabulous die....never question yourself Sue, you ALWAYS deliver and we are so fortunate to benefit from your gifts.No one would guess that this was a die intended for Christmas, the design is just so versatile and i can see myself reaching for it for many occasions. Your launch has been an absolute triumph thus far and i honestly cannot narrow down a favourite, i fully intend to buy each and ever die:-)

Another lovely set and card, Sue. Lusting after the swirl!Pam, think you may need to retire and be a crafter! NOT a good place to work.JULIE LAZ - sorry you're not well enough for the Telford adventure. Lots of sites selling Sue's dies,try IconUK (normally the cheapest), Joanna Sheen, Sunrise Craftsetc etc

Hello Sue,Well I've nearly caught up. There is nothing in the world to beat having a sister, just ask Patricia and Hazel, and this die is certainly deserves its sibling role. Each one beautiful in their own right, together, a match made in heaven.

Myra maybe predictive text could read your mind!Carmen, thankyou, I try, some people might say I'm very trying!! Sending hugs and prayers for the Kid. Love and hugs for allSaba xxx

I love this card Sue and the die.It is fantastic that you have included dies that are not obviouslychristmas themed but can be when we want them to be.I know with me it is a case of money being very tight so when i want a die i restrictmyself to ones that i can use over and over on any card theme.So thank you for doing this.Saying this i have all the dies so far on my list lol

To My Wonderful Dear Friend Sue,Well Sue, You've Done It Once Again By Designing "The Noelle Frames Dies"Which Can Be Perfect To Co-Ordinate With "The Holly Frame Dies" Just Stupendous."The Noelle Frame Dies" Can Be Used All Year Round So Just Perfect.I Love The Extremely Beautiful Embossed Background, Also "The Outstanding Holly Swirl Die"Cut Out In "Gold Mirror Card" Then Placed Within Your Perfect Channel Section Of Your Impressive Christmas Card.Sue, Thank You So Very Much For Sharing This Magical CardWe've Had A Busy Day Gardening That's Why I'm Late Commenting Sue, Thank You For Sharing All Of Your Tremendous Christmas Cards There All First ClassSue, Lots Of Love Also Huge Hugs 🤗 From Sam xxxGood Luck 🍀🤞To The Extremely Lucky Winner Of This Particular Gift.........

Hi Sue. WOW Another of your stunning cards which is very elegant and rich looking. This is a beautiful die which is so versatile being able to use the whole year through. Another to go on my want list lol.Best Wishes.Denise T x

Hi Sue. You have most certainly delivered us a die set that can be used all year, not only for Christmas. So far, I really want... everything! Unfortunately with redundancy looming I am going to have to be sensible, but I think this set with its all year round suitability will have to be on the list. Sue xxx

Hi Sue, a very useful die, the card you have created is beautiful. I love the fact that your die sets have similar shapes in different sizes, so that you can easily create layers, with so much variation. Take care all. Bx

It is so good to have dies to work together as I love to mat and layer. Saves having to try to cut around the die to get an outer matting edge. Thanks so much for your thoughtfulness for us crafters! And the card is stunning.

Hi Sue. More "WOWS" yet again from me !!! I love this all cream / white card with a gorgeous gold accent at the bottom of the card !!! Your new Noelle Frame dies look amazing !!! Definately my favourite of the two frame sets. I really love the centre design which looks flower like. I think it looks very pretty and a little bit of lattice around it to !!! Absoulutely gorgeous, what more could you want !!! Thank you. Lots of love to you Sue from Tres x x x

Yes, you have delivered a die, the "Noelle Frame" die, that definitely can be used at Christmas time and other times throughout the year. Great value and a lovely card. Your gilding polish over the embossed layer is elegant. By the way, what embossing folder did you use?

Timeless, elegant, breathtaking and absolutely gorgeous! I don't know how you keep coming up with all these fabulous ideas but I am grateful that you do!Without great and talented minds like yours, my creative journey would not be as enriched as it is! You give a foundation to build on along with the elements needed to make things beautiful! THANK YOU! TFS!

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